1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1959 Morris Cowley is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Fiat | Morris |
Model | 1100 | Cowley |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 73 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |